Medical Assistant - Digestive Health - Cape Coral

Lee Health•Cape Coral, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant provides an excellent customer experience in a team-based environment while assisting with all aspects of medical practice under the direct supervision and responsibility of a physician or physician assistant. The role supports patient safety and care through phlebotomy, point-of-care testing, assistance with minor procedures, processing laboratory specimens, safe operation of medical equipment, providing patient instructions, and handling and administering medications in accordance with regulatory standards and organizational policies and procedures. The Medical Assistant collects, communicates, and documents accurate patient information and maintains medical records according to applicable standards and organizational policies. Other duties include coordinating requests for information and prescriptions and maintaining and preparing patient-care areas for efficient, effective, and safe care delivery. The position is based at Lee Health Digestive Health in Cape Coral. The schedule is variable to meet provider needs, with shifts that may be four 10-hour days or five 8-hour days. The department operates Monday through Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Late hours, holidays, and weekends may be required. Other duties may be assigned by the department Manager or Supervisor.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Meet at least one qualifying pathway: completion of a medical assisting program within the past two years; current CMA (AAMA), CCMA (NHA), or RMA (AMT) certification; or at least one year of recent Medical Assistant experience within the past four years.
Medical Assistant experience is preferred but is not required for graduates who completed an accredited medical assisting program within the past two years.
One year of recent clinical experience in a physician’s office or hospital outpatient department may be accepted in lieu of a degree, diploma, or certificate from an accredited medical assisting program.
BLS (American Heart Association/Basic Life Support) certification is required and must be obtained within the first 90 days of hire.
Medical terminology, communication skills, and basic computer knowledge required.
Strong communication, organization, and patient-service skills.
Ability to work effectively in a busy clinical environment and adapt to provider scheduling needs.
A license is not required.

Nice To Haves

Completion of an accredited medical assisting program that prepares the Medical Assistant to take the CMA, CCMA, or RMA national exam.
CMA (AAMA), CCMA (NHA), or RMA (AMT) certification.
Medical Assistant experience.

Responsibilities

Provide an excellent customer experience in a team-based clinical environment.
Assist with all aspects of medical practice under the direct supervision and responsibility of a physician or physician assistant.
Support patient safety and perform phlebotomy and point-of-care testing.
Assist with minor procedures and process laboratory specimens.
Operate medical equipment safely.
Provide patient instructions and handle and administer medications according to regulatory standards and organizational policies and procedures.
Collect, communicate, and document accurate patient information and maintain medical records.
Coordinate requests for information and prescriptions.
Maintain and prepare patient-care areas for efficient, effective, and safe care delivery.
Perform other duties as assigned by the department Manager or Supervisor.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Retirement savings plan with employer matching contributions up to 5%
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Tuition assistance after one year of employment, subject to program requirements
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Professional development and career growth opportunities
Eligible full-time Medical Assistants may qualify for a $3,500 sign-on bonus and an additional $1,500 quick-start bonus, for up to $5,000 in sign-on incentives; eligibility requirements apply.
Relocation assistance of up to $5,000 for eligible candidates relocating for the position